Country Life Nature's Garlic
Brand: Country Life · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the Country Life Nature's Garlic product you asked about contains Calcium as its listed ingredient. Our assessment is that calcium is a well-established mineral for bone health, but the specific benefits and risks for this product depend on the dosage, which is not provided in the data [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block and a cellular messenger. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but data for this specific product is not available. For calcium generally, very high intakes can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, and abnormal heart rhythms. High calcium levels in the blood and urine may also increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
We recommend you check the label for the exact calcium dosage in this product. Be aware that calcium can interfere with the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, certain antibiotics, and thyroid medication. If you take any of these, separate your doses by at least two hours [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Country Life |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Softgel(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide